South Korea Drone Incursion Denial 2026: Defense Ministry Refutes North's Claims
South Korean Defense Minister Ahn Gyu-back denied North Korean claims of drone incursions on Jan. 10, 2026, stating the models don't match military equipment.
Tensions are flaring as both sides trade accusations over the skies. South Korea's defense chief on Saturday, Jan. 10, 2026, flatly denied North Korea's claims that Seoul sent drones into its territory. The denial comes as Pyongyang warns of a 'high price' for what it calls a provocation of sovereignty.
South Korea Drone Incursion Denial 2026: Discrepancies in Evidence
Defense Minister Ahn Gyu-back told Yonhap News Agency that the North's allegations are "absolutely not true." He pointed out that the drones shown in photos released by the Korean Central News Agency (KCNA) don't match any models operated by the South Korean military. This specific technical rebuttal aims to dismantle the North's narrative of organized incursions.
President Lee's Response and Investigation
President Lee Jae Myung has reportedly ordered a comprehensive investigation into the matter. The ministry's notice clarified that the military wasn't operating any drones on the dates mentioned by the North. Relevant agencies are now verifying the origin of the drones shown in the North's propaganda photos to determine if they were manufactured elsewhere or staged.
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